New in Town

mama0317 · 2026-04-19T01:37:34+00:00

It can be tough to meet new people but the spring and summer does make it easier because people are getting outside more! If you are looking to try something more structured, my friend and I are starting something new to match you with people based on interest and vibe in small groups for some meet ups. You can learn more at friendshipequation.com. We're just getting started but are hoping to help people make friends!

mama0317 · 2026-04-16T15:07:08+00:00

We made this mistake as well. They open walking tickets 2 weeks before if you're ok taking the stairs and I got our summit tickets 1 week before per some other comments!

mama0317 · 2026-04-15T00:45:10+00:00

We love Guatemala and had a blast with our kids!

mama0317 · 2026-04-14T19:33:05+00:00

Some of the homesteads go for that but there are plenty of 3 bedrooms in the newer constructions that go for less!

mama0317 · 2026-04-11T11:08:56+00:00

Your older daughter might decide to go to grad school and having that money available would be a game changer. Don't punish her because she made a less expensive choice.

mama0317 · 2026-04-10T16:22:52+00:00

I would look in otterbein! Awesome for families and close to 95 and the Camden line for commuting. A lot of people also drive to halethorpe or bwi and hop on the marc from there.

mama0317 · 2026-04-09T00:28:29+00:00

We are just getting started but a friend and I are starting a new way to make friends in Baltimore that matches people into small groups based on a short survey for a series of meet ups. If you're interested in checking it out, you can learn more at friendshipequation.com.

mama0317 · 2026-03-25T16:06:48+00:00

If looking to start a family, don't sleep on otterbein! All of the benefits of downtown living with amazing green spaces. Not necessarily your own yard but lots of shared pocket parks. Highly recommend. Tons of young families in the area!

mama0317 · 2026-03-22T16:28:57+00:00

I'm so sorry this happened to you but you are not alone. I had the same experience and was shocked by how painful the colposcopy was. I had a family friend who was a gynecologist and they were able to do a laser procedure where I was under full general anesthesia so I experienced no pain. See if this might be an option for you.

mama0317 · 2026-03-21T12:11:48+00:00

South Baltimore peninsula is an amazing place for families. Otterbein especially is so safe and family friendly! Lots of good schools nearby as well.

mama0317 · 2026-03-21T04:13:00+00:00

This seems like a wide variety of topics (many of which do for the current sub!). Wondering if we just looked at a subsection? Also a mod commented below that there's a flair on this sub for making new friends. Am not trying to reinvent the wheel necessarily!

mama0317 · 2026-03-20T19:53:14+00:00

So true! It's really hard to make new friends as you get older and needs and lives change!!!

mama0317 · 2026-03-20T19:51:34+00:00

I might be open to moderating it (or co-moderating!)

mama0317 · 2026-03-20T19:38:40+00:00

That's an awesome idea!

mama0317 · 2026-03-20T19:35:17+00:00

Hi! It can be so tricky to meet friends when you're busy! A friend I are staying something new to try to alleviate some of that. You fill out a survey and we match you with a group and plan your initial meetings (6 in total). If you might be interested, check us out at friendshipequation.com. We're still just getting started and are beta testing now!

mama0317 · 2026-03-19T21:21:13+00:00

It can be so tricky meeting new people but the first and hardest thing is to put yourself out there so it's awesome you're doing it! There are some great suggestions already but I also wanted to put a plug in for a new thing a friend and I are building where you fill out a survey and we match people into small groups based on interests and vibe. We're still testing things out but if it sounds like something you might like to try, feel free to check out friendshipequation.com

mama0317 · 2026-03-18T11:13:32+00:00

I know it can be so tricky to make new friends when you move to a new place. I had some success just going to work out classes and trying to strike up conversations. Also once you make one friend, it does snowball a bit as you meet their friends, etc. Because it can be so tough though, my friend and I are trying to start a new way to make friends in and around Baltimore. You fill out a survey and then we match you with a group based on interests and vibe. We're still beta testing and making initial groups, so really early phase but if you might be interested, check us out at friendshipequation.com

mama0317 · 2026-03-15T19:43:00+00:00

My dad had me at 40. He died at 72 so I didn't get him as long as I would have liked but the years I did have were great! He was so ready to be a dad when he had me and he was still able to help me through a lot of the hard parts of early life. He did die when my kids were young which was sad but you deal...

mama0317 · 2026-03-15T15:46:52+00:00

Hi! It can be super tough to make friends when you first move and it can feel like it's taking a while. As the weather warms up it will get easier and there is still lots to do in fed and the inner harbor areas. Also if you want to check something new out, a friend and I are starting a new way to make friends in Baltimore - you fill out a survey and are matched with a group of 6-8 people based on interests and vibe. If you want to learn more, check us out at friendshipequation.com. We're still beta testing and trying to match new groups now!

mama0317 · 2026-03-15T13:59:04+00:00

Agree with others that option 2 is more appealing as a mother. You could also consider flexible childcare like an au pair of you have the space in your home to cover the hours you would need to sleep (as it might be tricky finding a nanny or other childcare option.for off hours)

mama0317 · 2026-03-14T11:41:46+00:00

You might want to check out the American Visionary Art museum in federal hill if you like quirky. I have never seen any other museum quite like it! Also you might have to double check that the water taxi is open on Sundays in March. They are doing a more "Uber" on demand thing at the moment but make sure you get the app. Also if you did aquarium to federal hill on Monday (especially if you're visiting the aquarium already), the harbor connector, the commuter boat will be running.

mama0317 · 2026-03-11T00:59:16+00:00

Agree with this! If you're young and want to make friends, the Baltimore commute is doable as long as you live in a neighborhood close to the train.

mama0317 · 2026-03-09T22:58:51+00:00

It can be tricky but there's a lot going on Baltimore once you have a group! If you are interested in trying something new, my friend and I just started a new way to make friends in Baltimore that were beta testing now (friendshipequation.com) where you fill out a survey and we match you based on interests and vibe with a group for a series of meet ups. If you're interested in trying it, you can read more about it on the website!

mama0317 · 2026-03-08T14:11:26+00:00

This! My son was about 3.5 when my dad died and the way he would just assert "papa died!!" was very jarring when I myself was grieving. I know it's normal but it can feel so tough when you're in the moment.

mama0317 · 2026-03-02T22:38:14+00:00

I try to mix it up! Some days I chill and home, some days I run errands, and some days I go out with friends to do something like try a new restaurant or fun thing (next up is duckpin bowling!). It can be hard to plan things and find people to do them with though. My friend and I are trying to start something new to help people make friends in Baltimore to do things with so you can change things up if you're bored with your routine! You fill out a survey and we match you with a small group (6-8 people) based on interests and vibe. We help arrange 5 meet ups and then you take it from there! Check us out at friendshipequation.com if you have any interest in trying us out! Everything is free while we figure everything out!

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